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Have your dreams given up on you?

Maybe. Maybe not.

"Wayside Wonder Days," is a funny, yet honest script that has come from my sometimes-wacky mind and almost-always-happy heart.

Much like last year's award-winning film, "Homecoming," this story is based on the experiences and observations that have been my journey in life thus far. Like Zack Slater, the main character in the film, I have had dreams of greatness that have not come true in the way I had hoped. I have witnessed others whose dreams also seemed elusive.

I believe very strongly that this script speaks to all of us -
from the dreamer who has become a doubter to the uninspired who has yet
to believe.

The budget needed to fully realize this film is
$150,000. The film will be shot entirely in my home state of Ohio. The
many talented people who helped propel "Homecoming" to film festivals
around the country are coming back again.

Wayside Wonder Press

The story

Zack's story is tragic, but funny as hell. Imagine a week of your life
where everything near and dear to you was taken away: relationship,
mentor, job and home. Okay, now imagine that your only option is to
move back to your hometown - and in with your parents. Not only that, but you have to go back to work for your sister at the
family business - a bowling alley. Wait, there's more. Your family guilt trips you into going 'Putt-Putting' (and
you hate, absolutely hate, Putt-Putt!) This is the opening act of
"Wayside Wonder Days."

There's much more and we are ready, willing and able to make it all happen. If you want to know what how it all turns out in the end, then please help us reach our goal.

Please,
take a look at our perks. There are some really great ones and I hope
something catches your eye. No amount is too small (or too large!)

Thanks again for the continued support and belief in "Wayside Wonder Days."

Risks and challenges

As with any motion picture, we are subject to challenges from weather, cast and crew illness, plagues and acts of God.

In the event that I am unable to complete the film due to unforeseen circumstances - which I find highly unlikely - I will search for alternate financing/producing partners to help facilitate the completion.

In the event that the film is delayed, perks will be made available from one to six months from the final day (wrap) of shooting.

For the individuals who choose the perks with tickets to the premiere of "Wayside Wonder Days:" the premiere will be date and time will be determined by the producer upon completion of editing, festival status and distribution potential.

FAQ

Rewards

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$5 reward

2 backers

Ringtones for "Hold Your Heart For You" and "Something's Got a Hold on Me Tonight" as performed by The Fresh Five. Never heard of the Fresh Five? Don't worry, they're a fictional 80's boy band that I've written into the script. Soon, however, they'll be a real live boy band with real songs.

Estimated delivery:Jul 2013

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$15 reward

1 backer

You get the ringtones and an MP3 and a digital video the of "Hold Your Heart" music video by the Fresh Five (the fictional 80's boy band in the film.)

Estimated delivery:Dec 2013

Only ships to: United States

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$25 reward

5 backers

You get all the above, plus an official 8x10 cast photo.

Estimated delivery:Dec 2013

Only ships to: United States

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$50 reward

2 backers

You get all of the above plus a online screening of the film hours before the actual premiere.

Estimated delivery:Dec 2013

Only ships to: United States

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$100 reward

9 backers

Same deal: all of the above plus two tickets to a post screening cast and crew party in either Los Angeles California or Columbus, Ohio. *Travel to location not included.

Estimated delivery:Feb 2014

Only ships to: United States

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$150 reward

0 backers
Limited (20 left of 20)

One of our actors will record a personal voice message for you to use on your phone or other electronic device. *Availability of actors will be determined prior to recording. All actors from the film may or may not be available. This reward does not migrate to the upper levels. This is a single reward, limited to 20 backers.

Estimated delivery:Oct 2013

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$175 reward

0 backers
Limited (50 left of 50)

Yeah. Yeah. Everything above plus an autographed picture of you with the cast members at the post screening party in either Los Angeles, California or Columbus, Ohio. *Travel to location not included.

Estimated delivery:Feb 2014

Only ships to: United States

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$250 reward

1 backer
Limited (49 left of 50)

You know the drill: you get everything listed above plus you get reserved seating at a cast and crew screening in either Los Angeles, California or Columbus, Ohio. *Travel to location not included.

Estimated delivery:Feb 2014

Only ships to: United States

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$500 reward

1 backer
Limited (49 left of 50)

I'm getting tired of typing. Here goes: all of the above plus a "Special Thanks" in the film credits! How cool is that? *Travel to location not included.

Estimated delivery:Feb 2014

Only ships to: United States

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$1,000 reward

1 backer
Limited (19 left of 20)

Hands are cramping now. You get all the above plus you will be used as an extra in the film and receive two tickets to the premiere (location to be determined.) You choose the city. Director and Producer choose the scene. *Travel to location for shooting and premiere not included.

Estimated delivery:Dec 2013

Only ships to: United States

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$2,500 reward

0 backers
Limited (10 left of 10)

Do I even need to type this? You know you get everything listed above plus you get a one-line speaking role in the film. To top it off, you will receive two tickets to the premiere (location to be determined.) Speaking part to be determined by Director and Producer. *Travel to location for shooting and premiere not included.

Estimated delivery:Feb 2014

Only ships to: United States

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$2,500 reward

0 backers
Limited (15 left of 15)

OHIO ONLY - This is for Ohio Residents: 2-for-1 you and a ... friend, family member, co-worker, boss, whatever... EACH get to have a line in the film. Speaking role will be at the sole discretion of the director/producer. Great way to get into the movies on a budget - split the cost! This reward does not migrate to the upper levels. No other perk rewards promised, implied or intended. Must be verified by New Street Pix, Ltd. Travel, room and board not included.

Estimated delivery:Sep 2013

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$5,000 reward

0 backers
Limited (4 left of 4)

Everything! You get everything listed above PLUS: two tickets to dine with the cast before the premiere (location to be determined)
and an autographed DVD or BluRay of the completed film. *Travel to location not included.

Estimated delivery:Feb 2014

Only ships to: United States

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$5,000 reward

0 backers
Limited (4 left of 4)

Associate Producer Credit for the film!

Estimated delivery:Sep 2013

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$10,000 reward

0 backers
Limited (3 left of 3)

This is the premium package! Everything listed above PLUS: you get to star in a music video for the film with members of The Fresh Five. *Travel to location not included.

Estimated delivery:Feb 2014

Only ships to: United States

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$10,000 reward

0 backers
Limited (2 left of 2)

Executive Producer Credit for the film! Plus you get to be on set with us. YAY! This does not bestow any creative control in the film.

Estimated delivery:Sep 2013

Funding period

Jun 24, 2013 - Jul 29, 2013
(35 days)

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